Coming up with a list of top tips & tricks to assist you on your first or next magical Disney World vacation is no small order. You know it’s a tough job, but somebody’s got to do it and the team at Magical Tripcations is thrilled to offer up a few of our tried-and-true tips to make your park experience a little easier and a lot more magical. Let’s dig in with our top 12 Disney World tips & tricks! 1. Go Left! When faced with a fork in the road or standing in the hub of the park, take the road less traveled and go left! It’s human nature to go right for whatever reason and same is true at Disney Parks. Even when there’s a choice in a queue to go right or left, go left, and you’ll find yourself saving a little time waiting in line. 2. Free Water! Did you know that you can request a cup of ice water at any counter service restaurant or snack location that serves fountain drinks in any Disney Park? It’s so important to stay hydrated while touring the parks and ice water really helps you cool down. We’ve even carried flavored drink packets in our park bags to mix with the FREE ice water. Truly FREE and you don’t have to be ordering a meal and it’s ok to ask for a large cup! 3. The Early Bird Catches the Worm! Want to beat the crowds? Arrive 30 minutes to an hour (in peak season) prior to official park opening or ‘rope drop’ and you’ll be well on your...

Holidays are celebrated in a big way at Walt Disney World. The parks are decked out with beautifully themed decorations and some holidays even have a special party. One of the most spooktacular and hauntedly rated events is Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party held at Magic Kingdom on select nights in the fall. The party is a special ticketed event and takes place after hours when Magic Kingdom closes to all except those that have a party ticket. Have you ever thought about attending the Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party (MNSSHP)? Or, not even sure what it is? Is it worth the additional cost? Is it scary for kids? What’s included? Let’s dig in and find out what the BOO is all about! Even though park visitors can enjoy the lovely decorations displayed throughout the park in September and October, only Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween party attendees can enjoy and experience the special Halloween themed entertainment and take part in special activities. On select nights, the party starts at 7 p.m. after non-party guests exit the Magic Kingdom park; however, party guests can enter Magic Kingdom as early as 4 p.m. The party ends at midnight giving you plenty of time to take in all the special entertainment, attractions and activities. In true Disney style, the tone of the event is “not-so-scary” which means children of all ages can enjoy all of the party fun! Let’s take a look at some of the special activities that take place at the party: Trick-or-Treating Each attendee upon entering the event will be given a trick-or-treat bag (or you can bring your...

Written by Jennifer Jamieson – Magical Tripcations Travel Planner Of course there is always so much to see and do at Disney World; however, this summer or early fall promises to bring some truly amazing new attractions, entertainment and more to all four parks! Disney has been releasing so much information on coming attractions, updates and new offerings that they are keeping our team of travel planners on our toes! So, we decided to highlight the best of what is to be unveiled during Awaken Summer 2016. Here’s our top 16 things you must do this summer at Disney World. The Force is Strong at Disney’s Hollywood Studios There’s so much in store for Star Wars fans this summer at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! The force is definitely strong and will bring new shows and updated experiences to the park. Here’s a breakdown of what’s ahead for Awaken Summer 2016: 1. The new Star Wars Fireworks show – “Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular” is set to debut in June at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. This new nightly show is the next generation of the current Star Wars inspired fireworks show and will be the biggest show ever to light up the skies over Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The show will combine fireworks, pyrotechnics, special effects and video projections that will turn the skies over the Chinese Theater into multiple Star Wars destinations. 2. The Live Stage Show “Star Wars: A Galaxy Far, Far Away” debuted April 4, 2016 and celebrates iconic moments for the Star Wars Saga with live vignettes featuring fan favorites BB-8, Kylo Ren, Chewbacca, Darth Vader and Darth Maul. Be sure to stop by center...